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A drug's action on dopamine is important because (to put it simply) release of dopamine/high levels of dopamine are behavior reinforcing, rewarding ("reward center" of your brain). If something you do (a behavior) has positive/beneficial/enjoyable results, then you are likely to repeat that behavior. This is key to the basis of addiction-the foundation for the subsequently altered brain pathways are being laid out as you habitually use a drug, over and over...you eventually are caught in the vicious cycle of abuse.

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What cause an overdose of dopamine?

An overdose of dopamine can occur due to excessive stimulation of dopamine receptors in the brain. This can be caused by certain medications, drug abuse (such as cocaine or amphetamines), or certain medical conditions like Parkinson's disease. Symptoms of dopamine overdose can include agitation, hallucinations, and elevated heart rate.


What drug can mimic the effect of dopamine on the brain?

The effects of dopamine on the brain can be mimicked by the drug levodopa: levodopa therapy is the mainstay of PD treatment in its early stages.


When dopamine levels are elevated this reward pathway reinforces the use of the drug?

Dopamine is neurotransmitter produced naturally by the brain's pleasure and reward center (limbic system). Dopamine is produced natural when u are eating ice cream, exercising or watching your favorite movie. What illegal drugs or antidepressants do is that they cause an abnormal production of dopamine in the brain which causes the natural dopamine producing site to eventually stop dopamine production. The drug user will now be subservient on the drug to him or her happy(addiction).


What classification of drug is dopamine agonists?

Dopamine agonists are classified as medications that act on dopamine receptors to mimic the effects of dopamine in the brain. They are commonly used in the treatment of conditions such as Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome.


How does the extra dopamine released during drug use affect the brain?

Dopamine is commonly referred to when discussing the rewards system of the brain. This neurotransmitter is responsible for acting as the system for the brain. Thus when extra dopamine is released during drug usage, it causes a positive association with the drug to be formed. In short: More dopamine = more drive to recreate the experience

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Which is not caused by dopamine levels related to drug abuse?

The pleasurable feeling from eating a good meal.


Why is avoding drug abuse important?

Because drug abuse can lead to many problems economically, maritally, occupationally, and physically.


What cause an overdose of dopamine?

An overdose of dopamine can occur due to excessive stimulation of dopamine receptors in the brain. This can be caused by certain medications, drug abuse (such as cocaine or amphetamines), or certain medical conditions like Parkinson's disease. Symptoms of dopamine overdose can include agitation, hallucinations, and elevated heart rate.


Why is Elvis Presley drug abuse important?

it killed him:'(


Which neurotransmitter is involved in drug addiction?

Dopamine is the primary neurotransmitter involved in drug addiction. It plays a key role in the brain's reward system, reinforcing behaviors that lead to the release of dopamine, such as drug use. Over time, repeated drug use can disrupt the natural dopamine balance in the brain, leading to addiction.


What are two important dangers of drug abuse?

Addiction and over-dose.


How many neurotransmitter appear drug abuse on the brain?

There are seven major neurotransmitters that appear to account for the effects produced by the actions of drugs and alcohol abuse. These neurotransmitters include dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, endorphins, anandamide, glutamate, and GABA.


What is eridicating drug abuse?

Nothing is eradicating drug abuse.


What is the mode of action for amantidine in treating parkinson's disease?

Amantidine is a dopamine facilitator and it acts by increasing dopamine release in basal ganglia.


How long does it take for dopamine receptors to recover after prolonged drug use?

It can take several weeks to several months for dopamine receptors to recover after prolonged drug use.


When dopamine levels are the reward pathway reinforces the use of the drug.?

Dopamine is neurotransmitter produced naturally by the brain's pleasure and reward center (limbic system). Dopamine is produced natural when u are eating ice cream, exercising or watching your favorite movie. What illegal drugs or antidepressants do is that they cause an abnormal production of dopamine in the brain which causes the natural dopamine producing site to eventually stop dopamine production. The drug user will now be subservient on the drug to him or her happy(addiction).


When dopamine levels are the reward pathway reinforces the use of drug?

Dopamine is neurotransmitter produced naturally by the brain's pleasure and reward center (limbic system). Dopamine is produced natural when u are eating ice cream, exercising or watching your favorite movie. What illegal drugs or antidepressants do is that they cause an abnormal production of dopamine in the brain which causes the natural dopamine producing site to eventually stop dopamine production. The drug user will now be subservient on the drug to him or her happy(addiction).